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Water

By Cecile (Dietician)
May 14, 2026

Find out how water helps you to stay healthy.

Water is the largest single component of the body making up 55 to 75% of an adult’s total body weight. The specific percentage varies from person to person relating to body composition, age and gender, among other factors. Compared to body fat, muscle tissue holds more water. So, the leaner (more muscle) you are the higher proportion of water in...

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